As the episode begins, Julia (Keeley Hawes) and David (Richard Madden) speak about David’s military time and his wish to be a doctor. They speak about David’s battle wounds. He admits that he is one of the lucky ones. Afterwards, David uses a listening device to snoop on Julia’s conversation. She learns that RIPA-18 made her a possible target. It is suggested that her itinerary was leaked. They agree to set up a method of getting information to one another that cannot be discovered. David watches a news report about the attack. David calls Vicky (Sophie Rundle). He leaves her a message. Then, he prepares for the day’s work.

Julia stops for a bathroom break. Julia uses the opportunity to make out with David. Later, David meets with his boss. She wants to know about Julia’s contact with the Security Service. He tells her that nothing significant has happened yet. His boss seems to believe otherwise. He is reminded of his duties. He promises to record Julia next time. David is introduced by DCI Sharma and DS Rayburn. He is asked to walk them through the attack on Julia. He doesn’t offer much evidence about the man. The detectives are surprised that the shooter didn’t take a shot at David.

David manages to keep his cool. The interview ends. Julia is escorted back to her place. Julia tells David that there is no evidence that the terrorists are after his family. When asked about how she knew the name of the school, she makes an excuse again and sends David out. David watches a news report asking for evidence about the shooter. He listens to another conversation between Julia and the Security Service. He gives her a tablet for exchanging information. David confronts a man outside. He identifies himself as Richard Longcross.

He calmly walks away. Julia goes over the evidence. David continues listening in on her. The evidence says something about a serious sexual assault. Sharma tells his men about the evidence they have on the shooter. They find CCTV footage of the shooter preparing his assault. They realize that he had evidence of Julia’s movements in advance. Meanwhile, David researches Richard Longcross. He is unable to find anything on the man. Julia learns about the bomb. During the meeting, the police leaks are also brought up. Stephen (Stuart Bowman) requests to speak with Julia in private. Julia explains that she feels obligated to act quickly.

Stephen agrees to help her. Later, Julia agrees to spend the night with David. He doesn’t seem interested this time. That night, David begins drinking. He gets a knock at the door. Julia tries to smooth things over with David. Julia does her best to entice David. He takes the bait and they sleep together. David gets up in the middle of the night and rummages through Julia’s stuff. He finds the tablet. The following day, David tells his boss about Longcross bringing a package to Julia. They instruct David to find out what the package contained. A news report talks about the upcoming vote on the bill.

David guards the place as Julia prepares to do her work. Both sides of the table make their arguments. Rumor begins to spread about Julia working off the record with the Security Service. Julia manages to win the House. Julia asks David if he opposed her engagement at St Matthews. David calls Vicky and asks about the kids. The conversation ends abruptly. The following day, David learns that they’ve gotten a lead on the Thornton Circus shooter. Sharma checks out the vehicle belonging to the shooter. David gets a call learning that Julia needs to go out of town tonight. They arrive at a big house. Julia tells David not to mention it to anyone.

Julia meets with the Prime Minister. Richard Longcross tells Stephen about Julia’s movements. Locals protest the bill. It is believed that there is going to be a reshuffling and Julia could be snatching the key to Number Ten. Julia and David have sex, while the minister attempts to put together a plan quickly. In the middle of the night, Julia wakes up David. He freaks out and begins choking her. He eventually stops himself. She escapes and leaves the room. Julia tells him that he needs help. In the morning, it is revealed that Julia has decided to go through with the speech.

Rob tells Tahir that will be responsible for the speech. David plans to transport Julia over the bridge. Protesters line the streets. Julia works on her speech along the way. Julia eventually arrives. Julia speaks with Tahir. She tells him to get the final fact checks done as quickly as possible. Julia finally tells David the truth about how she knew the name of the school. She tells him that she wants him right beside her because it is their choice. David watches as Julia begins her speech. Protesters interrupt. They’re escorted out. David notices something strange outside. It is Tahir.

He tells David that there has been a big screw up with the speech. David requests to see inside of the briefcase. Tahir shows him. In the middle of the speech, a bomb explodes. David is injured. When he comes to his senses, he checks on the others. He makes his way to Julia. David watches a news report about the matter. David speaks with Vicky about the attack. Deepak Sharma shares evidence about the shooting suspect.

 

Bodyguard Review

This episode of Bodyguard was very intriguing just like the previous ones. There are plenty of ways that things can work out now. Will they be able to link David to the assassination attempt? Or, will they attempt to blame him for Julia being blown to pieces? I am usually not a fan of such shows, but Bodyguard is definitely different. I’ve enjoyed it from start to finish. The episode scores a solid 8 out of 10. Catch up with previous recaps of Bodyguard now!